December weather forecast
Nutria, CO

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Nutria, Colorado, with an average temperature fluctuating between 8.2°F (-13.2°C) and 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Temperature

December brings a minor decrease, with the average high-temperature reducing from a wintry 41.9°F (5.5°C) in November to a freezing cold 30.7°F (-0.7°C). Nutria's average low-temperature of 8.2°F (-13.2°C) in December reflects a considerable decline from the daytime peak.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Nutria, during December, the rain falls for 5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 107 rainfall days, and 17.56" (446mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Nutria, in December, during 12.4 snowfall days, 11.81" (300mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Nutria, during the entire year, snow falls for 71.9 days and aggregates up to 70.08" (1780mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:01 pm MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 6.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jun 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Nutria, is 30.7°F (-0.7°C) and the average low-temperature is 8.2°F (-13.2°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Nutria, Colorado, in December, it is raining for 5 days, with typically 1.5" (38mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 12.4 days. Throughout December, 11.81" (300mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Nutria have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 39min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:01 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Nutria have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 6.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Nutria, CO

Average temperature in December - Nutria, CO
  • Average high temperature in December: 30.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 8.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (46.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Nutria, CO

Average pressure in December - Nutria, CO
  • Average pressure in December: 30.15"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.21"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Nutria, CO

Average wind speed in December - Nutria, CO
  • Average wind speed in December: 3.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are May and June (6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (3.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Nutria, CO

Average humidity in December - Nutria, CO
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (42%).

Average rainfall in December
Nutria, CO

Average rainfall in December - Nutria, CO
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.44").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.71").

Average rainfall days in December
Nutria, CO

Average rainfall days in December - Nutria, CO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Nutria, CO

Average snowfall in December - Nutria, CO
  • Average snowfall in December: 11.81"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (14.45").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Nutria, CO

Average snowfall days in December - Nutria, CO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (13.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Nutria, CO

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Nutria, CO
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Nutria, CO

Average sunshine days in December - Nutria, CO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Nutria, CO

Average UV index in December - Nutria, CO
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Nutria, CO

Average cloud cover in December - Nutria, CO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 31

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 36).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 11).

Average visibility in December
Nutria, CO

Average visibility in December - Nutria, CO
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (4mi).

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